“The last few days have been extremely busy while law enforcement and medical concerns have had to be addressed,” the statement read. “We are working in full support of law enforcement’s efforts to help the ongoing investigation.

Paul Kirsch, a family friend, said he spent time with Abby Thursday.

“We talked with Abby,” he said. “She is extremely thankful to God, to her community and to everyone who searched for her and she appreciates all of the positive support she has continued to receive.”

Kirsch said Amanda Smith, a close friend of the family, has been able to spend time with Abby every day since her return.

“Abby is very thin and weak,” she said. “We continue to work towards getting her to eat. Abby has shown incredible courage thru this. She is beyond grateful to be home and is just relaxing, resting, trying to get her health back. Abby is forever thankful to everyone who offered help, support and prayers. I am incredibly proud of Abby for everything she has and continues to overcome in this ordeal.”

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A 14-year-old girl who went missing Oct. 9, 2013, safely returned to her family July 20, 2014 after more than nine months. She turned 15 during her disappearance.